2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
